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Foggy Window Repair & Sealed Unit Replacement

Fog, haze or water droplets between the panes mean the seal on your window's glass unit has failed. In most cases you don't need a new window. Window Whiz measures the glass, has a new sealed unit made to size, and installs it in your existing frame, for homes and businesses across Orangeville, Dufferin County, Guelph and the GTA.

What we fix

  • Foggy or hazy double-pane windows
  • Sealed units in casement, awning, sliding and picture windows
  • Patio door glass panels
  • Solarium and sunroom glass
  • Large, curved and custom-shaped units
  • Thermal units in offices, storefronts and condos
Brett from Window Whiz fitting a new arched sealed unit into the existing window frame
Fitting a new sealed unit into the existing frame.

Failed seal or just condensation?

Check where the moisture is before you book a repair. Fog you can't wipe away from either side is inside the unit. That means the seal has failed and the unit needs replacing.

Moisture you can wipe off the room side is indoor humidity, not a failed seal; better ventilation or a dehumidifier usually fixes it. Dew on the outside of the glass on a cool morning is normal, and it often shows up on well-insulated glass because the outer pane stays cold.

Why sealed units fail

A sealed unit is two panes of glass held apart by a spacer and sealed around the edges. The spacer contains a drying agent that absorbs moisture trapped between the panes. After years of sun and hot–cold cycles the edge seal breaks down, humid air seeps in, and once the drying agent is saturated the glass starts to fog.

The fog won't clear on its own. Any insulating gas between the panes, such as argon, has likely leaked out, and over time the repeated condensation can leave permanent white staining inside the glass.

Replace the glass, not the whole window

If the frame and sash are in good shape, a new sealed unit fits the frame you already have and usually costs much less than a new window. We'll tell you honestly if the frame is rotted, warped or no longer works properly, and when a full replacement is the better investment.

When we order the new unit, we can match your existing glass or upgrade it: low-E coatings (we used Cardinal Low-E 272 glass on a seven-townhouse job in Toronto), tempered safety glass where it's required, and grilles between the panes.

What affects the price

Every sealed unit is made to order, so the price depends on the glass and on the work to install it. To quote, we need photos of the window, a short description of the problem and your address.

  • The size and shape of the glass
  • The glass type: tempered, low-E coated, tinted or with grilles
  • How the glass is held in the frame, and how easy it is to reach (for example, on a second floor)
  • How many units you're replacing at once

Not sure what you need? Send us a photo and we'll tell you.

How it works

  1. 1

    Send a photo

    Use the request form to send photos of the foggy window, a short description and your address.

  2. 2

    We measure

    We measure the glass and confirm its thickness, coatings and whether it has to be tempered.

  3. 3

    Your unit is made

    The new sealed unit is made to order, usually within two to four weeks of final measurements.

  4. 4

    We install it

    We remove the failed unit and fit the new one in your existing frame, usually in a single visit.

Recent jobs

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Large Double Pane Glass Installation in Mono, Ontario

Large Double Pane Glass Installation

Mono

A large double pane glass we installed in Mono, ON.

Large Sealed Unit Installation in Mono, Ontario

Large Sealed Unit Installation

Mono

A large sealed glass unit we installed in Mono, ON.

Sealed Unit Installation in Mono, Ontario

Sealed Unit Installation

Mono

A sealed glass unit we installed in Mono, ON.

Full House Glass Replacement in Melancthon, Ontario

Full House Glass Replacement

Melancthon

A large full house glass replacement job we completed in Melancthon, ON.

7-Townhouse Full Glass Replacement in Toronto, Ontario

7-Townhouse Full Glass Replacement

Toronto

Part of a large 7-townhouse full glass replacement job with Cardinal Low-E 272 double-pane glass in downtown Toronto.

What customers say

  • “My Custom LR window arrived, it was installed within 2hrs. The fog was gone and the sunlight poured through. Absolutely beautiful! A job extremely well done. Just love it! Thank you.”
    Anne DarrowGoogle Review
  • “Thanks for your service Brett. He replaced a centre section of large foggy double pane window glass each 4mm thick. This young man knows his stuff, I would highly recommend him for any window repair or replacement. And is reasonably priced.”
    Rocco RicciGoogle Review
  • “Brett was responsive and supportive to replace two fogged glass panels in a small solarium. After measuring exact sizes, it took two weeks and then he scheduled installation. We are very pleased with the end result. Highly recommend him for your glass needs.”
    Paul BGoogle Review
  • “Brett and his team replaced our whole main floor of windows which were all foggy and beyond their usefulness. He was attentive, easy to talk to, walked us through the process, what he knows best and was happy to inform us of things he wasn't confident on. He had the whole job done in a single day. Incredible service and attitude.”
    Matt LantzGoogle ReviewJan 31, 2024

Common questions

Can you replace just the glass in my window?

Yes, in most windows. The sealed unit comes out and a new one goes in, so the frame, sash and trim stay where they are. When we measure, we check the frame too and tell you if it isn't worth putting new glass into.

How long does a foggy window repair take?

Sealed units are made to measure, which usually takes two to four weeks after the quote is approved and final measurements are taken. Installing is quick: one customer's living-room window was in within two hours, and another had a whole main floor of windows done in a day.

Is it a problem if I leave a foggy window?

It isn't an emergency, but it won't get better on its own. The view stays cloudy, the unit insulates less well, and over time the moisture can leave permanent stains inside the glass.

Can you fix foggy glass in a patio door or solarium?

Yes. Patio door panels and solarium glass are sealed units too, and we've replaced fogged glass in both. Glass in doors has to be tempered safety glass, and that's what we use.

Do you replace sealed units in commercial buildings?

Yes. We replace thermal units in offices, storefronts, condos and plazas, including large tempered units. See storefront and commercial glass for examples.

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Tell us what's going on and upload a photo. We reply to routine requests within 24 hours.

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